[vc_row equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” type=”vc_default” margin_top=”5″ margin_bottom=”10″ css=”.vc_custom_1491758514816{padding-top: 70px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ css=”.vc_custom_1491746388981{padding-bottom: 50px !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1491746397816{padding-bottom: 50px !important;}”][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Privacy Policy” main_heading_style=”font-weight:bold;” main_heading_font_size=”desktop:44px;” main_heading_line_height=”desktop:54px;” main_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:65px;”][/ultimate_heading][vc_column_text]Effective Date: 01 June 2023
Introduction:
At Bethany Nursing, Inc., we value and respect your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you interact with our services, including our website, mobile applications, and any other platforms we may provide (collectively referred to as the “Services”). We are committed to safeguarding your personal information and maintaining its confidentiality in accordance with applicable privacy laws and regulations.
Information We Collect:
1. Personal Information: We may collect personal information, such as your name, address, email address, phone number, and other relevant details when you voluntarily provide it to us through our Services. This information is necessary for us to effectively communicate with you and provide the requested services.
2. Health Information: In order to provide quality healthcare services, we may collect and maintain health-related information, such as medical history, medications, allergies, and other pertinent health details. We ensure that such information is handled with the utmost care and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) where applicable.
3. Website Usage Information: When you visit our website, we may collect certain information about your usage patterns, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, and the pages you visit. This information is collected through cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and improve the functionality and performance of our Services.
Use of Information:
1. Providing Services: We use your personal and health information to deliver the healthcare services you request from us. This includes scheduling appointments, managing medical records, facilitating communication with healthcare professionals, and providing other related services.
2. Communication: We may use your contact information to communicate with you regarding your healthcare, appointment reminders, updates, newsletters, and other relevant information. You may opt out of receiving non-essential communications at any time.
3. Legal Compliance: We may use and disclose your personal information as required by law or when we believe in good faith that it is necessary to comply with a legal obligation, protect our rights or interests, investigate fraud or illegal activities, or ensure the safety of our users.
Data Sharing and Disclosure:
1. Service Providers: We may share your personal information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services, such as hosting providers, payment processors, and IT support. These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your personal information and may only use it for the purposes specified by us.
2. Healthcare Professionals: We may share your health information with healthcare professionals involved in your care, such as doctors, nurses, and specialists. This sharing of information is essential for the provision of coordinated and comprehensive healthcare services.
3. Legal Requirements: We may disclose your personal information if required by law, court order, or government regulations, or when we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, address security or technical issues, prevent harm, or comply with a legal process.
Data Security:
We employ industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. We regularly review our security practices and enhance them as necessary to ensure the ongoing confidentiality and integrity of your information.
Data Retention:
We retain your personal and health information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, and reporting requirements. When your information is no longer needed, we will securely dispose of it in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Your Rights:
You have certain rights regarding the personal information we hold about you. These rights may include accessing, correcting, updating, or deleting your personal information, as permitted by law. To exercise your rights or obtain more information, please contact us using the contact details provided at the end of this Privacy Policy.
Third-Party Links:
Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Bethany Nursing, Inc. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third parties before providing any personal information.
Changes to the Privacy Policy:
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our information practices or legal obligations. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website or through other appropriate communication channels.
Contact Us:
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us using the following details:
Bethany Nursing, Inc.
Address: 702 Turkana Cir, Aberdeen, MD 21001
Email: info@bethanynursinginc.com
Phone: (667)567-0110
We will respond to your inquiries and address your concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.
Conclusion:
Protecting your privacy is of utmost importance to us. By using our Services, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal and health information as described in this Privacy Policy. We strive to maintain the highest standards of privacy and data protection to ensure the confidentiality and security of your information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]